Some are great for some; not great for all.

Of course, I keep a tight check on my old stand, baby it like a '57 Chevy, and never leave it alone in the woods. And as the prices keep rising, the moths keep flying out of my wallet, even when I'm just doing research.

I've been using the Lone Wolf sit and climb for about six Wisconsin Whitetail Bow, gun, and muzzle-loader seasons. Not one problem, EVER. I even climbed an Oak after a freezing rain not knowing the belts were griping the iced area. I did not realize there was ice on the trees until it got light out. The only complaint I have is the small knobs used to lock the unit open or closed. I don't know if the current models have larger or different fasteners.

I'd buy another in a heartbeat.

I have been using my Lone Wolf alpha hand climer for a very long time. I love it! up and down tree fast and ezy. the only thing i do not like about it is the seat. I am still looking for a way to attach it to the tree so i can flip it up when i stand without the seat falling down or me havign to gently/QT lowering it down to rest on the back side of the tree. I have been thinking of purchasing the sit and climb seat but looks alil bulky?? Other than that i love my wolf stand!!!

There is one thing i forgot.. I get cold feet so i wear the heavier 1200 rubber boots. and it is a hassel some times to get my boots into the sturups on the base of the stand... if you have smaller boots no big deal like in early october..

I have owned a few climbers over the years and the lone wolf alpha that I have had is by far the best yet. Just IMO.